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In modern-day America, the Fourth of July is a wonderful time to enjoy a long weekend chock-full of burgers and hot dogs on the grill, sunshine, music, fireworks, bonfires, friends, and family. Of course, these are all fantastic and also grant us much needed rest and relaxation from the mental stresses of daily, routine life. However, all this excitement often leaves pets neglected who suffer the most from this holiday. The noise and unpredictability of fireworks leads many dogs to perceive them as a threat. Your dog may bark at the noises or try to run away and hide. They...

Have a Pool Party Baby pools—not just for tiny little humans. To blow your dog’s mind (and make him love you even more than he already does) just fill a plastic kiddie pool with cold water and let him go wild. There’s nothing better on a scorching hot day than a nice, refreshing dip. Just make sure that the pool that you choose isn’t made of vinyl or any other material that could be punctured by enthusiastic paws or teeth. Five Second Rule According to some canine experts, dog owners should observe this simple rule when determining whether or not...

Spending time at home has resulted in more visitors at the door, whether it’s a grocery delivery, Amazon dropping off a package or takeout being delivered. Being isolated at home means your dog gets less socialization opportunities, which results in less exposure to new people. While barking is a form of communication for your pup, it can become disruptive and can make those on the other side of the door uncomfortable. Check out these tips to help your cooped-up dog and keep things calm at your front door. 1. Reward the Quiet When a dog senses a presence at your...

Are you thinking about getting a dog but don’t know which kind? There are so many different breeds to choose from and it is hard to know if you made the perfect choice. Knowing the characteristics of dogs and what you might get yourself into is so important before getting a doggy of your own!  Here are the most popular breeds of dogs: Labrador Retrievers Labrador retrievers are great dogs that live up to 12-12.5 years! They are outgoing and very friendly. They are big dogs however and can get up to 55-80 pounds! If you love big dogs, this...

With Fourth of July coming around, dogs will be hearing fireworks after fireworks. Dogs have a stronger ability to hear than humans. The fact that fireworks are loud to us means you can only imagine how much louder it is for dogs. The loud bangs and bright flashes caused by fireworks can put dogs into a very different state of mind and cause them stress. Dogs can view the fireworks as a threat and act out of place. These are some effects that fireworks cause to dogs.   Anxiety Dogs can get very anxious during fireworks and days like Fourth...